How to Get a SIM Card in Korea | Mobile Phone Guide for International Students

Guide to Mobile Phone Activation in Korea (For International Students)

Having a Korean mobile phone number makes daily life much more convenient, including school life, banking, food delivery apps, and identity verification services.

1. Documents Required for Mobile Phone Activation

The required documents vary depending on the type of mobile plan you choose.

**Postpaid Plan

Alien Registration Card (ARC)

Student ID

**Prepaid Plan

Passport

Student ID

Note: Required documents may vary by mobile carrier, so please check with the carrier before signing up.

2. Payment Methods

You can pay for your mobile phone device or mobile plan using the following payment methods:

-Credit Card

-Cash

3. Choosing a Mobile Carrier

Korea's mobile carriers offer a variety of plans, allowing you to choose one that best suits your lifestyle and data usage.

In addition, you can also choose more affordable plans through MVNO (budget mobile carriers) operated on the networks of the three major mobile carriers, as well as at Korea Post Offices. For more information, please refer to internet portal websites.

4. Customer Service for International Customers

**SKT

Customer Service: 080-011-6000

After connecting to customer service, you can request assistance in English, Chinese, or Japanese.

**KT

Customer Service: 080-448-0100

KT provides a dedicated customer service for foreigners in English, Chinese, and Japanese.

**LG U+

Customer Service: 1544-0010

After connecting to customer service, you can request assistance in English, Chinese, or Japanese.